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The Utah Credit Union Hall of Fame was erected to recognize the important contributions of individuals to the credit union industry. Induction to the hall of fame recognizes recipients as leaders at their credit unions, in Utah, and across the country–as individuals who have struck a cord and made a significant difference in the promotion of the credit union philosophy.
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Karl S. Little did more than any single individual to establish and foster the credit union movement in Utah. Much of the current strength of Utah credit unions can be attributed to his efforts to organize credit unions.
During his years in the credit union movement, he organized over 200 credit unions. In 1935 he became the first chairman of the Utah Credit Union League. In 1936, he became the. . . read more.
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Monte Call’s time and activities in the credit union movement demonstrate the strong commitment he has for the people it serves. His service has been great, and it has made a difference in the lives of thousands.
In January 1957, Monte accepted a temporary position with Ogden Railway Employees Federal Credit Union, a $1 million asset credit union with 2,500 members. Several weeks later, he became. . . read more.
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When Paul White was elected chairman of his credit union in 1954, no one could have guessed the dynamic, progressive credit union career that lay ahead. It wasn’t long before CUNA Mutual Society recognized his talents, and he accepted a full time position as a special representative serving Utah, Arizona, and Nevada.
In 1960, Utah Credit Union League managing director, Karl S. Little, asked Paul. . . read more.
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When Bob Kent became manager of his credit union, the credit union consisted of Bob and a coffee can. Perseverance, dedication, and innovation became the hallmarks of an amazing credit union career.
Bob spent over 26 years at the head of Utah State Employees Credit Union (now Mountain America Credit Union). When he retired in 1981, the credit union that had once been just a coffee can had. . . read more.
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The life of Ray D. Hagen epitomizes the credit union spirit of giving one’s self while seeking little in return. He spent 31 of his 59 years dedicated to the development and growth of the credit union movement. When Federal Employees Credit Union (later America First Credit Union) was organized in 1939, he was one of the original incorporators, and accepted a board position. In 1945, he became the. . . read more.
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Wayne Barnes began his career in credit unions at Geneva Federal Credit Union in 1968. As a young man in his twenties, he started in the collection department and ten years later was promoted to president and chief executive officer. Geneva Federal Credit Union was the third largest in Utah.
In 1982, Wayne was named president of Corporate Central Credit Union of Utah. He was hired to lead the. . . read more.
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Jack Welsh has exemplified the credit union philosophy of “people helping people” throughout his many years of service to the credit union movement.
Jack was instrumental in relocating Benicia Arsenal Credit Union, known today as Tooele Federal Credit Union, to Tooele Army Depot in 1961. He has displayed personal commitment to the credit union movement by volunteering for over 50 years. During. . . read more.
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Henry (Hank) Bortolussi was a leader and pioneer in the credit union industry for the state of Utah. He has given over 50 years of service and dedication, and has served the credit union movement locally, regionally, and nationally.
In 1953, under the leadership of Henry Bortolussi, the Fort Douglas Medical Center Federal Credit Union was organized. Later, the credit union’s name was changed to. . . read more.
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In 1955, the First Presidency of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints approved a proposal to create a credit union for its office employees. With only 71 initial members, $697 in savings, and $200 in loans, the entire credit union was run out of Keith Carroll’s fourth-floor office in the old Church Administration Building. By the time Keith Carroll retired 36 years later, Deseret First. . . read more.
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Gordon’s leadership abilities demonstrate energy in the cause of advocacy for the consumer. His ability to catch and spread a clear vision of the credit union movement’s place in the marketplace has been apparent to others throughout the credit union movement. He is known for practicing “simplify everything you can, seek cooperation and avoid conflict, add value in and to all you do, and practice. . . read more.
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It’s difficult to overestimate Rick Craig’s influence on Utah’s credit unions. During his 15 years as president of America First Credit Union, and his 35 years of leadership in the movement, he led the credit union—and the movement—through some of its most tumultuous times.
All the while, he served as a teacher and mentor for new and upcoming professionals.
As personal computing and the Internet. . . read more.
